Angels star Mike Trout mourning the death of his brother-in-law Aaron Cox

Baseball superstar Mike Trout is mourning the death of his brother-in-law Aaron Cox.

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Cox, a former Angels pitching prospect, was 24. A cause of death was not immediately made available.

Trout released a statement through the Los Angeles Angels Wednesday morning.

Mike Trout mourned his brother-in-law in a statement he released via the Angels. (Chris O'Meara / AP)

"Early this morning our families lost a phenomenal human being," read the statement from Trout. "Aaron Cox was a tremendous son, brother, and brother-in-law.

"He had a deep love for his family, and a passionate dedication and commitment to his friends. As our families grieve together, we will also celebrate the memories, the laughter, and the love we shared with Aaron in the short time we had him.

"He will forever be at the forefront in the hearts and minds of the Cox and Trout families. We will rely on the love and strength of God first and foremost during this difficult and challenging time, as well as our dear family and friends.

Aaron Cox (Mike Janes / AP)

"We thank you for your thoughts and prayers, and our Lord and Savior for His precious gift of Aaron Joseph."

The right-handed pitcher last played in late May with an independent league club in California. He was listed on the "voluntarily retired list," per MiLB.com.

Cox, who was drafted by the Angels in the 19th round of the 2015 MLB draft, was suspended 50 games in July of 2017 after testing positive for a banned stimulant.

The commissioner’s office said that Cox tested positive for Ritalin (methylphenidate). The drug is commonly used to treat ADHD, but Cox did not have a Therapeutic Use Exemption which would have allowed him to take the drug per MLB rules.

Trout married Cox's sister Jessica last year.

Cox posted the following inspirational quote on his Twitter feed last Friday.

“Sometimes you have to let go of the picture of what you thought life would be like and learn to find joy in the story you are actually living.”

He compiled a 7-3 record with a 3.64 ERA in 68 games as a minor-leaguer, but did not pitch in 2017 after suffering an orbital fracture after being hit by a line drive in spring training before his July suspension.

The Vineland, N.J., native — who starred at Millville HS just like Trout — had an 0-1 record with a 4.11 ERA in 11 games with the Inland Empire 66ers of the California League this season.

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“The Angels organization is saddened to hear of the passing of Aaron Cox, a member of the Angels family since 2015,” the team said in a statement. “We are deeply heartbroken and shocked by this tragic loss. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences to his family and friends.

“Aaron will always have a special place in the hearts of those within the organization.”

Trout has been away from the Angels this week due to a personal family matter. The two-time AL MVP is on the disabled list with an injured right wrist.